Astypalaia Island hotels

Although these two are run by the same people, they are in slightly different locations, we were booked into the Studios which are directly on the beach, but were moved to the Resort which is about 100m from the beach but has a pool and the apartments are very, very well appointed. I would have been happy with either and the staff were excellent. We arrived at the end of the season for Astypalea but found the people working in resort to be extremely helpful and friendly. There are some cracking beaches around and the water is some of the clearest in Greece. I would particularly recommend this resort and apartments for families although I went there on honeymoon and will certainly be back.

Castellano and Astypalea were a real find and worth the long ferry journey, although there are also limited flights to and from Athens, Kos and Rhodes. The studios have the standard of a boutique hotel but with a relaxed ambience of a family run business. Most suitable for couples and families with slightly older children (5+). The location is on the quieter side of the island and has fantastic views across Maltezana Bay. It is on the edge of a small resort with a good range of tavernas within walking distance, with a reliable hourly bus service as an alternative.There is an excellent swimming pool, and several local beaches. The accomodation had everything we needed, with optional self-catering. Buffet breakfast was good. The family were welcoming and nothing was too much trouble for them. We will definitely return to this place.